Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dugesii
ID:
138305

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Reveal & R.M.King

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 229 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137634



Common Names

  • Acourtia dugesii
  • Duges' Acourtia
  • Mexican Thistle


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Description

Acourtia dugesii (also called Duges' Acourtia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, chaparral, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia dugesii is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and public spaces for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acourtia dugesii var. veracruzana (B.L.Turner) Villarreal & A.E.Estrada
Acourtia dugesii var. queretarana (B.L.Turner) Villarreal & A.E.Estrada

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acourtia dugesii is yellow and has a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia dugesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Acourtia dugesii

Acourtia dugesii is native to Mexico and can be found in the northern and western parts of the country.

Acourtia dugesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia dugesii?

Acourtia dugesii

What is the common name of Acourtia dugesii?

Duges' acourtia

What is the natural habitat of Acourtia dugesii?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-9831: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.